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Should I marry my religious female colleague solely for her devoutness—as the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, advised—despite not feeling attracted to her, or should I wait?

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The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, commanded choosing a woman of religiosity and righteousness, for she is the best provision of this world, and a helper in both this world and the Hereafter. Nevertheless, it is not advisable to marry someone for whom the husband has no desire, if he knows that their marital life will not be stable, because the stability of marital life is a شرعي (religiously mandated) requirement. The proof for this is the Prophet's, peace and blessings be upon him, urging to look at the woman one intends to propose to, because it is more likely to create affection between them. Therefore, if the woman is religious and of good character, marriage to her is advised, unless the husband knows that he will not be able to bear patience with her. In that case, he should search for another who combines religiosity, good character, and desirable qualities.

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